UPS names Troy native to top sales post

Kate Gutmann has been named president of worldwide sales at UPS. The Troy native has spent 21 years in sales and marketing at the package delivery and logistics company, joining the company in 1989 as a marketing intern while she was completing her bachelor of science degree in marketing at Siena College.

“Kate brings tremendous experience and ability in this position,” said Alan Gershenhorn, senior vice president and chief sales and marketing officer at UPS. “Kate’s diverse global experience and knowledge of the UPS portfolio provide her a deep perspective on how to enhance the logistics solutions we provide customers.”